Vessel Stevedoring – Loading/Unloading Military Cargo

The contract encompasses manual and mechanical loading and unloading of military cargo, including containers, vehicles, and breakbulk materials, at the Port of Bremerhaven. This work is critical to supporting defense logistics operations and requires specialized equipment and trained personnel to handle sensitive and heavy military equipment safely and efficiently. The scope involves full end-to-end cargo handling activities on board ships, adhering to strict military standards for security, timing, and operational reliability. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 488390, indicating it falls within other support activities for water transportation. It is managed by Ustranscom-Aq under the Department of Defense and is scheduled to be posted on June 30, 2026. The place of performance is specifically tied to the Port of Bremerhaven, and while no set-aside details are provided, the nature of the work implies a requirement for experienced contractors familiar with military cargo protocols and port operations in a high-traffic international terminal. The contract offers no point of contact information publicly, and all inquiries are to be directed through the official SAM.gov portal link.